The Secrets of Our Brain, or Why Smart People Do Stupid Things

You will no longer be able to think about yourself and your brain in the same way! Renowned neurobiologists, Sandra Aamodt and Sam Wang, invite you on an exciting journey into the inner world of our minds. This book contains... no complex scientific explanations, only a maximum of interesting facts, useful information, and amazing examples of brain function related to all areas of life: relationships, learning, careers, and health. From this book, you will learn why: - We will never forget how to drive a car, but we can lose its keys. - "Larks" should travel east for vacation, while "owls" should go west. - Some people cannot lose weight despite diets and exercise. - People buy lottery tickets even after repeated failures. - Even the smartest lovers make foolish decisions.